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Contingency

6th-level · Evocation
Classes Wizard

Source 5e 2014 Rules

Casting Time
10 Minutes
Range
Self
Duration
10 Days
Components
V, S, M
Material Component

A statuette of yourself carved from ivory and decorated with gems worth at least 1,500 gp.

1500.00 gp
Source Information
Combat Reference
Target
1 creature
Description

Choose a spell of 5th level or lower that you can cast, that has a casting time of 1 action, and that can target you. You cast that spell-called the contingent spell-as part of casting contingency, expending spell slots for both, but the contingent spell doesn't come into effect. Instead, it takes effect when a certain circumstance occurs. You describe that circumstance when you cast the two spells. For example, a contingency cast with water breathing might stipulate that water breathing comes into effect when you are engulfed in water or a similar liquid. The contingent spell takes effect immediately after the circumstance is met for the first time, whether or not you want it to. and then contingency ends. The contingent spell takes effect only on you, even if it can normally target others. You can use only one contingency spell at a time. If you cast this spell again, the effect of another contingency spell on you ends. Also, contingency ends on you if its material component is ever not on your person.

About Contingency

Contingency is a Level 6 level spell from the school of Evocation.

This spell has a casting time of 10minutes , and a range of Self . It has a duration of Instantaneous.

Casting Tips

1 tips

Consider these tips when casting this spell:

  • Tactical Use: High-level spell with game-changing potential. Reserve for climactic moments or major plot points.

School of Magic: Evocation

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Evocation spells manipulate magical energy to produce destructive or constructive effects.

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